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    That's probably #1 for me.  As another data point, the first controller we installed has been running for about two years now with zero issues.  For that one, we had the base controller with five expansion relay output modules.  Our local pricing is also pretty attractive, especially compared to the Rockwell safety controller.

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    We have three Banner XS26-2 safety controllers in the plant.  I've been quite pleased so far.  Pretty simple to program, options for Ethernet monitoring, expandable.  I've done some training workshops with the Rockwell Guardmaster and didn't find it nearly as easy to work with, even though we are a Rockwell shop and I've used Connected Components Workbench on a number of projects.

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    2 hours ago, drforsythe said:

    Interesting article.  I have been looking into the Ignition product recently.  It looks like a good enterprise product, but I am looking for something that is good as a standalone (not on network with server) product.  Anyone have any comments about using it as a replacement for HMI only?

     

    At a previous employer, we used Ignition on several projects as a stand-alone product.  It worked great, and I never had any issues with running on a desktop machine.  Compared with a lot of other products, I found it to be pretty easy on resources.

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    Different color lighting may help (ex: red or blue.)  You may also try a polarizing filter if you aren't currently using one.  This can help with glare issues.  I'm not sure what lighting system you're currently using, but you may also need to consider a dome light, diffused light, etc.  At a past employer, we were having a lot of issues with vision on a new machine, and we were able to get Keyence to come in with a selection of lighting and filters and spend a day working with us on proper lighting selection and fine-tuning configuration.

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    You can import the PanelBuilder 32 file into FT View Studio (At least with compatible versions) but, as Joe E. said, you're stuck if you need a serial connection.  We have a couple pieces of equipment that had the Micro 300 replaced by a PanelView Component 400 (discontinued now, but the PanelView 800 4.3" would be a similar option), but there is no conversion from PanelBuilder 32 and Connected Components Workbench, so the application had to be completely recreated.

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    Bob, We have a FastTrack as well. It is my understanding that the 1492-PRTINKCART is a special thermal ink, which is why it is so doggone expensive. So far, I haven't seen any alternatives, although I would love to find out who builds these for A-B and see if they sell directly. I did learn very quickly to buy the standard Epson cartridge for the cleaning cart. A-B wanted twice to three times as much as pretty much any computer or office store, plus the last one I ordered from A-B was a remanufactured. I'm on the lookout as well, and I'll be happy to post any info I find on here. Joe

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    I don't know about this particular model, but I used a D-Link DCS-6620 camera in a similar setup. The 6620 is a relabled Vivotek camera. I was able to download and use the Vivotek VitaminControl ActiveX object to control the camera and view the video in my SCADA application. The Vivotek ActiveX control comes with very thorough documentation. It was just a matter of installing the ActiveX control, accessing it from my SCADA application, then some trial and error to determine the correct settings for my particular camera. It works great. If you want to try this route, I'll help out all I can. Joe